Head of RF Engineering

ABOUT THE ROLE Lead RF engineering for a defense technology team developing high-power directed energy systems to counter drone threats. This hands-on role focuses on building and validating the RF architecture before growing the engineering team as the company scales. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Own clean-sheet RF system architecture and guide designs through design for manufacturing and production. - Design and develop high-power RF systems, including phased-array and antenna components. - Use RF lab equipment and testing facilities to characterize and validate system performance. - Work closely with a small engineering team, contributing directly to hardware development and helping expand the RF function over time. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - 5 to 12 years of RF engineering experience, including hands-on individual contributor work. - Experience taking an RF lineup from initial architecture through DFM and into production. - Deep experience with high-power RF and analog RF, with practical expertise in RF system design, antenna systems, MMIC design, or electromagnetics. - Experience with phased arrays and high-power GaN power amplifiers. - Familiarity with HFSS, VNA and signal generators, anechoic chamber testing, and EMI/EMC. - Strong first-principles engineering approach and a portfolio of shipped products or hands-on hardware projects. - Eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance. Visa sponsorship is not available. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Base salary range: $175,000 to $300,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available. LOCATION On-site in Hawthorne, United States.